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Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa is located in Stowe, VT offering spacious accommodations, onsite restaurants, spa, and activities for active families and couples. We flew into Boston Logan Airport and took a winter road trip to this area of New England for a short weekend getaway. I was delightfully enchanted by this family owned lodging and the warm and comfortable welcome upon arrival…. Read More

Club HAL is Holland America Line’s youth activities program found across the line’s cruise ships, except for the ms Prisendam. It offers supervised activities and events for the younger cruise guests, ages 3-17. The youth cruise program is staffed by full time, fully trained professionals offering activities such as scavenger hunts, themed parties, arts and crafts, video game competitions, and… Read More

Summer in the US is the time where most families head to the beach. These are my picks for a family beach vacation. This list is based on personal experience, family friendly offerings, sand quality, and overall good times. Feel free to comment on the destinations included or add your own picks for Gulf Coast beach destinations. 5. Galveston Island,… Read More

1. The Stunning Views I’ve flown into both Boston and Portland airports numerous times when visiting Midcoast Maine, but my favorite time there was the six weeks last summer while renovating a small cottage. I spent a good amount of my time driving here and there to antique shops, or playing tour guide to friends and family who were in… Read More

It’s been almost a decade since TravelingMamas.com has been online! While we’ve had the most wonderful family travel adventures, as with all things in life, motherhood, and families, we’re evolving and changing. As the creator and founder of this award winning family travel site, I’ve witnessed growth and change not only in my own personal life, but also in the… Read More

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Hi! I'm Shannon Hurst DalPozzal, founder and creator of Traveling Mamas. I launched this site in 2008 to share travel experiences and tips by and for adventurers just like you. Thank you for stopping by and I hope you find this site helpful as you explore this beautiful world! Get Inspired…